Underplayed Gems

Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers (2022)

Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers cover
Developer
Fiction Factory Games
Publisher
PQube
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 188 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 11 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A chill, character-driven visual novel where you build friendships and rivalries in a retro arcade setting, balancing casual dating sim elements with a light esports tournament story.

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What players say

Players are split on whether this sequel improves on the first game. Some find the characters more complex and the writing more ambitious, while others say the original had more charm and this one feels preachy. The Domino romance route is a standout, but some feel the other characters lack development.

Screenshots

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